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  • If you want to make good, ethical profit then you need to invest your money wisely in “green investments” Alternative investments tend to be safe and secure as well as an ethical investment choice. There are many types of investment opportunity available to the savvy investor but let us introduce you to a unique niche with some surprising uses and benefits. Investing in Coconuts – 7 reasons why it makes sense: Coconuts are quite simply a sound investment as this nut/fruit (botanists cannot seem to agree) is very versatile and in high demand. 1. Coconut Oil This can be used for many things, it is increasing in demand as a bio-fuel, is a core ingredient of many beauty products such as moisturisers, is used in dermatology products to assist treatment of a variety of skin conditions and it can even be consumed and aid digestion. Add to that its metabolic...

    Looking for an Alternative Investment? Here is Why you Should Invest in Coconuts!

    Posted on April 18, 2013 | No Comments
    If you want to make good, ethical profit then you need to invest your money wisely in “green investments” Alternative investments tend to be safe and secure as well as an ethical investment choice. There are many types of investment opportunity available to the savvy investor but let us introduce you to a unique niche with some surprising uses and benefits. Investing in Coconuts – 7 reasons why it makes sense: Coconuts are quite simply a sound investment as this nut/fruit (botanists cannot seem to agree) is very versatile and in high demand. 1. Coconut Oil This can be used for many things, it is increasing in demand as a bio-fuel, is a core ingredient of many beauty products such as moisturisers, is used in dermatology products to assist treatment of a variety of skin conditions and it can even be consumed and aid digestion. Add to that its metabolic...

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  • Author: Zoopla.co.ukproperty news author Frances McDonald has worked in the property industry for 30 years and has helped to compile reports on housing market trends and home values. Here she looks at the best ways to find inexpensive investment properties. Despite the ups and downs of the housing market in recent years, investing in bricks and mortar is still well worthwhile if you can get hold of the right property at the right price. And there are still bargains to be had if you know where to look – be that repossessions, derelict or simply empty homes for sale that the seller is keen to get rid of. We all remember the headlines from the US about its sub-prime mortgage crisis that peaked back in 2008, and the UK, while hit to a lesser extent, has also seen an increase in homeowners defaulting on their loans. To recover their lost money,...

    Empty Homes For Sale: How to Find Inexpensive Investment Properties

    Posted on April 5, 2013 | 2 Comments
    Author: Zoopla.co.ukproperty news author Frances McDonald has worked in the property industry for 30 years and has helped to compile reports on housing market trends and home values. Here she looks at the best ways to find inexpensive investment properties. Despite the ups and downs of the housing market in recent years, investing in bricks and mortar is still well worthwhile if you can get hold of the right property at the right price. And there are still bargains to be had if you know where to look – be that repossessions, derelict or simply empty homes for sale that the seller is keen to get rid of. We all remember the headlines from the US about its sub-prime mortgage crisis that peaked back in 2008, and the UK, while hit to a lesser extent, has also seen an increase in homeowners defaulting on their loans. To recover their lost money,...

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  • Car Manufacturers are bow actively and fiercely developing and investing in driverless car technology. Although it might be a while until we see these vehicles on our roads, testing has already began and no one wants to be left behind. Some of the most noticeable car brands that are developing their own drive-less vehicles include Ford, Volkswagen, BMW, Audi, Toyota and even the likes of Google are joining in to! Nevada is the first state which has approved the use of autonomous vehicles. It opens up new doors to the legal aspect of liability, when it comes to any eventual accident. Who will be held responsible? The car owner or car maker? These are matters that are yet to be defined. The following infographic was carefully designed and used extensive research to compare the development stages between the main manufacturers who are looking to commercialize the technology. There are two speedometers displayed, one that shows you the chance...

    Car Manufacturers Invest in Driverless Technology!

    Posted on March 15, 2013 | No Comments
    Car Manufacturers are bow actively and fiercely developing and investing in driverless car technology. Although it might be a while until we see these vehicles on our roads, testing has already began and no one wants to be left behind. Some of the most noticeable car brands that are developing their own drive-less vehicles include Ford, Volkswagen, BMW, Audi, Toyota and even the likes of Google are joining in to! Nevada is the first state which has approved the use of autonomous vehicles. It opens up new doors to the legal aspect of liability, when it comes to any eventual accident. Who will be held responsible? The car owner or car maker? These are matters that are yet to be defined. The following infographic was carefully designed and used extensive research to compare the development stages between the main manufacturers who are looking to commercialize the technology. There are two speedometers displayed, one that shows you the chance...

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  • It is an interesting paradox that many Londoners would prefer to live away from the city but would not want to work anywhere else in the UK. A growing number of people with excellent work prospects are also finding that with house affordability levels at record high levels they would be better off living outside the capital in a rental property and commuting to work. This mindset has opened up a number of decent opportunities for property investors to profit from the exodus, but the chosen location has to be commuter friendly and offer excellent rail or road links in particular, so where should you consider buying a rental property? Time is Money The first aspect to consider is that there is a direct link between the distance you travel away from London and the falling price of buying a house which by some industry calculations drops by nearly as...

    Commuters Offer Solid Rental Returns – Six Top UK Hotspots Revealed

    Posted on January 18, 2013 | No Comments
    It is an interesting paradox that many Londoners would prefer to live away from the city but would not want to work anywhere else in the UK. A growing number of people with excellent work prospects are also finding that with house affordability levels at record high levels they would be better off living outside the capital in a rental property and commuting to work. This mindset has opened up a number of decent opportunities for property investors to profit from the exodus, but the chosen location has to be commuter friendly and offer excellent rail or road links in particular, so where should you consider buying a rental property? Time is Money The first aspect to consider is that there is a direct link between the distance you travel away from London and the falling price of buying a house which by some industry calculations drops by nearly as...

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  • More and more investors in the UK are looking to the student accommodation market to increase their buy-to-let portfolio. It’s hardly surprising, considering the often-reliable (albeit seasonal) demand and relatively affordable investment locations that make them generally low-risk property assets. Indeed, according to the Financial Times, in the first half of 2012, investment in student property more than doubled to £800m. However, investing in student accommodation does have its pitfalls, particularly due to the seasonal nature of the occupation. Typically, student houses will be empty from around the beginning of June until the middle of September, and also for a few weeks here and there during the semester breaks. If neglected, this vacancy can pose security risks. However, as a landlord or property investor, there are a number of things you can do to help keep your investment property secure. Be aware of what’s going on in the area Hopefully,...

    Top Tips for Keeping Your Student Investment Property Secure

    Posted on December 27, 2012 | No Comments
    More and more investors in the UK are looking to the student accommodation market to increase their buy-to-let portfolio. It’s hardly surprising, considering the often-reliable (albeit seasonal) demand and relatively affordable investment locations that make them generally low-risk property assets. Indeed, according to the Financial Times, in the first half of 2012, investment in student property more than doubled to £800m. However, investing in student accommodation does have its pitfalls, particularly due to the seasonal nature of the occupation. Typically, student houses will be empty from around the beginning of June until the middle of September, and also for a few weeks here and there during the semester breaks. If neglected, this vacancy can pose security risks. However, as a landlord or property investor, there are a number of things you can do to help keep your investment property secure. Be aware of what’s going on in the area Hopefully,...

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  • Portugal has always been known for it’s thriving fishing industry, and now there is an opportunity to purchase a family run, fully operating aquafarm. It is located in the Algarve, which is the southern region of Portugal and is part of the Atlantic Ocean. The most popular type of fish that is cultivated and sold to buyers is Sea Bream and Sea Bass. On average it costs about 3 euros per kilo to cultivate these fish, and they can be sold to buyers  for 5 to 6 euros per kilo. This is a hands-on investment and would suit an investor who has experience, knowledge or interest in cultivating fish. There is the opportunity to gain EU funding to further develop this project, as it is of national interest to the local economy. Species allowed to cultivate: Sparus Aurata (Sea Bream),Dicentrarchus Labrax (Sea bass), Diplodus sargus, D. puntazzo, D. cervinus (sargo), Argyrosomus...

    Aquafarm for Sale in Portugal – 50% EU Funding Available

    Posted on December 14, 2012 | No Comments
    Portugal has always been known for it’s thriving fishing industry, and now there is an opportunity to purchase a family run, fully operating aquafarm. It is located in the Algarve, which is the southern region of Portugal and is part of the Atlantic Ocean. The most popular type of fish that is cultivated and sold to buyers is Sea Bream and Sea Bass. On average it costs about 3 euros per kilo to cultivate these fish, and they can be sold to buyers  for 5 to 6 euros per kilo. This is a hands-on investment and would suit an investor who has experience, knowledge or interest in cultivating fish. There is the opportunity to gain EU funding to further develop this project, as it is of national interest to the local economy. Species allowed to cultivate: Sparus Aurata (Sea Bream),Dicentrarchus Labrax (Sea bass), Diplodus sargus, D. puntazzo, D. cervinus (sargo), Argyrosomus...

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  • The CREA statistics for average housing costs in April, 2012 are now available. The average home in Toronto came in at $518,556. Vancouver, Canada’s most expensive city, was even pricier. Today, adults who grew up in centrally located single family homes are often forced choose between raising their children in apartments or moving to far away suburbs and commuting into the city for work. Fortunately, there are alternatives. Many smaller Canadian cities offer excellent quality of life yet are very affordable. These cities are not without economic challenges. However, they are worth considering for families who want a more comfortable life than they can afford in Canada’s largest cities. Here are the 10 most affordable cities in Canada:   St. Catharines, Ontario Average home: $256,295 St. Catharines is on the road from Toronto to Niagara on the Lake, Niagara Falls, the Niagara wine region, and Buffalo. Many people pass through...

    Canada’s Ten Most Affordable Cities

    Posted on September 17, 2012 | No Comments
    The CREA statistics for average housing costs in April, 2012 are now available. The average home in Toronto came in at $518,556. Vancouver, Canada’s most expensive city, was even pricier. Today, adults who grew up in centrally located single family homes are often forced choose between raising their children in apartments or moving to far away suburbs and commuting into the city for work. Fortunately, there are alternatives. Many smaller Canadian cities offer excellent quality of life yet are very affordable. These cities are not without economic challenges. However, they are worth considering for families who want a more comfortable life than they can afford in Canada’s largest cities. Here are the 10 most affordable cities in Canada:   St. Catharines, Ontario Average home: $256,295 St. Catharines is on the road from Toronto to Niagara on the Lake, Niagara Falls, the Niagara wine region, and Buffalo. Many people pass through...

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  • Many entrepreneurs dream of investing in a property portfolio overseas. Although it is true that a great deal of money can be made by investing within the right market, this sector is not always plain sailing and entrepreneurs can often find themselves in difficulty. For this reason, it is crucial that buyers practice high levels of caution before taking the plunge and investing in a property overseas. Below you will find five important aspects to consider which will help you to get started within this market. 1. Think About Your Reasons for Wanting to Invest Overseas It is vital that you think carefully about the motives which are pushing you to want to invest in foreign property. Do you want to invest because you have witnessed the positive market trends? Do you feel obliged to invest in a particular country? Will it be cost effective to own a property overseas...

    Five Important Aspects to Consider Before You Invest Overseas

    Posted on August 21, 2012 | 1 Comment
    Many entrepreneurs dream of investing in a property portfolio overseas. Although it is true that a great deal of money can be made by investing within the right market, this sector is not always plain sailing and entrepreneurs can often find themselves in difficulty. For this reason, it is crucial that buyers practice high levels of caution before taking the plunge and investing in a property overseas. Below you will find five important aspects to consider which will help you to get started within this market. 1. Think About Your Reasons for Wanting to Invest Overseas It is vital that you think carefully about the motives which are pushing you to want to invest in foreign property. Do you want to invest because you have witnessed the positive market trends? Do you feel obliged to invest in a particular country? Will it be cost effective to own a property overseas...

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  • London can be a great place to live. Culture, diversity, and a non stop energy all help to make London one of the best cities in the world to be based. However, it can also be very expensive to buy property in London. Those that want to get on the London property ladder should think carefully about how best to approach the city, while factoring in extra costs and the reality of long term investments. Given the current state of the housing market, there are no guarantees, and you may have to accept a degree of risk in anything you end up buying. By keeping your options open, however, it is possible to find an excellent property in the capital. 1 – Research the Area London contains multiple smaller boroughs, many of which will have specific prices and different costs depending on flats and houses. Try to find out as...

    A Guide to Buying Property in London

    Posted on August 16, 2012 | No Comments
    London can be a great place to live. Culture, diversity, and a non stop energy all help to make London one of the best cities in the world to be based. However, it can also be very expensive to buy property in London. Those that want to get on the London property ladder should think carefully about how best to approach the city, while factoring in extra costs and the reality of long term investments. Given the current state of the housing market, there are no guarantees, and you may have to accept a degree of risk in anything you end up buying. By keeping your options open, however, it is possible to find an excellent property in the capital. 1 – Research the Area London contains multiple smaller boroughs, many of which will have specific prices and different costs depending on flats and houses. Try to find out as...

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  • For many contractor workers the idea of establishing permanent roots via the mortgage route is not a comfortable thought. The uncertainty of the job market and the short term nature of contractor employment see many who are in this position trying to distance themselves from heavy financial burdens such as mortgages. Buying to let however, still has merit especially with the demand for rental property on the increase, and house prices steadily decreasing. If you are a contractor thinking about an investment in a buy to let property it is worth considering that any investment should be seen in the long term.  British banks are never out of the news and in the main this is not for the best of reasons. Lending is still timid and deals are less favourable with low capital, but it is slowly beginning to turn around. Figures from Trinity Financial show that experienced landlords...

    Buying to Let a Good Option for Contractors

    Posted on July 24, 2012 | 1 Comment
    For many contractor workers the idea of establishing permanent roots via the mortgage route is not a comfortable thought. The uncertainty of the job market and the short term nature of contractor employment see many who are in this position trying to distance themselves from heavy financial burdens such as mortgages. Buying to let however, still has merit especially with the demand for rental property on the increase, and house prices steadily decreasing. If you are a contractor thinking about an investment in a buy to let property it is worth considering that any investment should be seen in the long term.  British banks are never out of the news and in the main this is not for the best of reasons. Lending is still timid and deals are less favourable with low capital, but it is slowly beginning to turn around. Figures from Trinity Financial show that experienced landlords...

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